West Texas Intermediate & KOSPI
79 shared events · Importance 10 · Last updated Aug 24, 2026
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International
West Texas Intermediate: Benchmark U.S. crude (WTI) was 2.8% higher at $89.76 a barrel, influenced by the same geopolitical factors affecting Brent crude.
KOSPI: The Kospi index jumped nearly 5% and hit an all-time high of 8,874.16, buoyed by global demand for semiconductors and the AI boom.
Jun 01, 2026 · 9 articles
International
West Texas Intermediate: Benchmark U.S. crude prices surged due to increased geopolitical tensions between Israel and Iran, reflecting higher demand or supply concerns.
KOSPI: South Korea's Kospi slipped significantly, driven by drops in major technology companies like Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix.
Jun 07, 2026 · 12 articles
Business
West Texas Intermediate: The price for a barrel of West Texas Intermediate>>> fell $1.35, indicating a decrease in U.S. crude oil prices.
KOSPI: The KOSPI soared to an all-time high, driven by strong buying of technology shares like Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix, reflecting the significant positive impact of the AI boom and local corporate developments on the South Korean market.
May 20, 2026 · 72 articles
Business
West Texas Intermediate: Rose to near $90 per barrel.
KOSPI: Plunged up to 8.9% in a single session; dominated by Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix.
Apr 20, 2026 · 344 articles
Business
West Texas Intermediate: Benchmark U.S. crude (West Texas Intermediate) was down, trading close to pre-Iran war levels, reflecting stabilization in oil markets.
KOSPI: The KOSPI index gained 1.3% after earlier sharp losses, reflecting a recovery in South Korea's stock market.
Jun 29, 2026 · 8 articles
International
West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate crude prices sank significantly due to the ceasefire and the expected reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
KOSPI: The KOSPI soared in response to the ceasefire and falling oil prices.
Apr 07, 2026 · 79 articles
International
West Texas Intermediate: WTI crude prices rose to $80.40, a one-month high, reflecting the same supply concerns.
KOSPI: The KOSPI plunged 9%, reflecting severe impact on South Korean equities, especially semiconductors.
Apr 20, 2026 · 304 articles
Business
West Texas Intermediate: Added 34 cents to $84.84 a barrel, contributing to inflation and market pressure.
KOSPI: Dropped 0.6% to 6,933.60 after earlier gains, affected by oil price worries.
Aug 17, 2026 · 8 articles
Business
West Texas Intermediate: WTI crude edged down to about $75 a barrel, reflecting stable oil prices amid geopolitical uncertainty.
KOSPI: South Korea's benchmark index fell over 4% on August 6, driven by a tech selloff, reflecting investor risk aversion.
Aug 06, 2026 · 37 articles
Business
West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate prices also fell, mirroring the decline in Brent Crude, as supply concerns eased after the accord to end the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran.
KOSPI: South Korea's KOSPI hit a new record, surging significantly due to strong performances from chipmakers like Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix.
Jun 24, 2026 · 57 articles
International
West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate crude prices have also been affected by the US-Iran conflict, experiencing volatility and price increases due to supply concerns related to the Strait of Hormuz.
KOSPI: The KOSPI>>> has experienced fluctuations, initially supported by tech shares but later declining due to profit-taking and broader market concerns related to the US-Iran tensions.
May 07, 2026 · 362 articles
International
West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate prices shed 47 cents, reflecting the broader decline in oil prices.
KOSPI: The KOSPI jumped 3.5% to 7,743.65 after a significant loss on Monday, indicating a recovery in the South Korean market.
Jun 08, 2026 · 9 articles
Business
West Texas Intermediate: Fell on hopes for U.S.-Iran deal.
KOSPI: Experienced historic volatility, with a record 17.9% surge and a 22% monthly loss.
Jul 14, 2026 · 280 articles
International
West Texas Intermediate: WTI rose to $83.78, mirroring Brent's gains due to the Hormuz closure.
KOSPI: The KOSPI climbed over 3%, led by chipmakers.
Aug 11, 2026 · 27 articles
International
West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate crude prices have risen significantly due to the disruption of oil shipments caused by the Strait of Hormuz standoff.
KOSPI: South Korea's chipmaker-heavy KOSPI index rose, indicating that AI-related stocks are performing well despite broader market wobbles.
Apr 26, 2026 · 590 articles
International
West Texas Intermediate: The price for a barrel of benchmark U.S. crude (West Texas Intermediate) shot up 8.5% to $81.01 per barrel, its highest level since 2024, due to the war with Iran.
KOSPI: South Korea's KOSPI soared 9.6% to recover much of its historic 12.1% plunge from the previous day.
Mar 05, 2026 · 6 articles
Business
West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate crude fell roughly 3 percent to $85 per barrel, contributing to the overall positive market sentiment for equity indices.
KOSPI: South Korea's KOSPI index declined more than 8%, showing a significant negative performance.
Jun 12, 2026 · 52 articles
International
West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate>>> crude prices have climbed as a result of the escalating conflict and supply concerns, reflecting the broader impact on global oil markets.
KOSPI: The KOSPI jumped, catching up after a holiday, indicating a positive sentiment in South Korean markets despite the broader geopolitical concerns.
Apr 20, 2026 · 607 articles
International
West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude prices have risen, mirroring the global trend in oil prices due to the Iran war.
KOSPI: South Korea's Kospi dropped due to fallout from overreliance on AI hopes and the economic impact of the Iran war.
May 05, 2026 · 374 articles
International
West Texas Intermediate: The prospect of a peace deal between the United States>>> and Iran>>> has led to a significant drop in West Texas Intermediate>>> prices, indicating market relief over potential oil supply stability.
KOSPI: South Korea's Kospi gained 6.5%, surpassing the 7,000 level for the first time, driven by broader market optimism and AI-related stock rallies.
May 19, 2026 · 327 articles
International
West Texas Intermediate: WTI crude rose above $72 per barrel, tracking Brent higher amid supply disruption fears.
KOSPI: The KOSPI fell 1.5%, down over 20% from its record high.
Mar 09, 2018 · 1197 articles
International
West Texas Intermediate: US oil benchmark that rose sharply, tracking Brent's gains amid Middle East tensions.
KOSPI: South Korean index that jumped 4.4% on chipmaker rally.
Jul 22, 2026 · 334 articles
International
West Texas Intermediate: WTI prices have also risen sharply, reflecting the impact of the conflict on US oil markets.
KOSPI: The Korean index has been volatile, partly due to global risk sentiment.
Mar 09, 2018 · 488 articles
Business
West Texas Intermediate: WTI rose above $85, adding to inflation pressures.
KOSPI: Seoul's Kospi lost 5.8%, hit by chip stocks.
Aug 18, 2026 · 23 articles
Domestic
West Texas Intermediate: A barrel of benchmark U.S. crude rose 1.2% to $70.05, reflecting similar upward pressure as Brent Crude due to geopolitical tensions.
KOSPI: South Korea's KOSPI slipped 0.2%, reflecting some selling pressure on artificial intelligence-related shares despite significant investment announcements.
Jun 29, 2026 · 6 articles
Business
West Texas Intermediate: West Texas Intermediate crude fell about 1% to trade below $69 per barrel, providing support to market sentiment due to easing crude oil prices.
KOSPI: South Korea's KOSPI fell almost 2%, showing a notable negative performance in the South Korean market.
Jul 06, 2026 · 6 articles
International
West Texas Intermediate: WTI crude also rose sharply, following Brent, as the conflict disrupted oil supply expectations.
KOSPI: The KOSPI tumbled 6% on Wednesday, following a 10.8% plunge, due to tech stock declines and global risk aversion.
Feb 08, 2026 · 308 articles
International
West Texas Intermediate: U.S. crude also fell, contributing to lower inflation expectations and a weaker dollar.
KOSPI: The index dropped sharply on Monday after a historic rally on Friday, reflecting volatility in tech stocks.
Jul 30, 2026 · 162 articles
International
West Texas Intermediate: WTI fell 1.9% to $85.39, mirroring Brent's decline.
KOSPI: KOSPI fell 1.4% due to tech losses, reflecting broader market jitters.
Aug 24, 2026 · 11 articles
International
West Texas Intermediate: WTI has risen to three-week highs above $85, reflecting supply fears. Higher oil prices are a key market impact.
KOSPI: South Korean index rallied over 3% after holiday, but pared gains.
Jul 31, 2026 · 335 articles
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